Dermatopathology is a subspecialty of anatomic pathology, which focuses on the skin and the rest of the integumentary system as an organ. There are two routes which a physician can use to obtain the specialization. All general pathologists and general dermatologists are trained in the pathology of the skin. The term dermatopathologist denotes either of these who has reached a certainly level accreditation and experience. In the USA, either a general a dermatologist can undergo a one to two year fellowship in the field of dermatopathology.

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